Steward, Central and Valley Region

​This Steward position is one of two Steward roles based out of Doyle Community Park in Leominster, and covering properties throughout the Central and Valley Region of the Trustees. The Steward position reports to a local Stewardship Manager, who is responsible for identifying, planning and executing property specific stewardship activities. This team is primarily responsible for daily upkeep and project execution on 17 properties within the region (25 total in the region), including an urban park, a Trustees office building, large grassland fields, ecologically sensitive habitats, woodland trail systems, a campground, and historic property features. Typical tasks include landscape and groundskeeping, ecological field mowing, building maintenance, invasive plant control using pesticide, trail and trailhead maintenance, mechanized equipment use and upkeep, snow removal and many other things. This position is primarily field based with minimal administrative tasks. This role works collaboratively with other regional and statewide colleagues and will help oversee seasonal employees and volunteers.​ 

​Property Maintenance​                                                                                                              

• ​Perform property maintenance including but not limited to mowing, trimming, brush cutting, trash removal, snow removal, tree work, equipment maintenance, trail maintenance and vegetation management.  


• ​Perform routine maintenance of structures including custodial, painting, light carpentry, and plumbing.  


• ​Safely and efficiently operates and maintains tractors, backhoes, UTV’s, mowers, trucks as large as f350 dump trucks and trailers as long as 22ft.   


• ​Operate and maintain vehicles, machinery, tools and equipment to the highest standards.  


• ​Provide cheerful and positive oversight and recognition of volunteer efforts in the field.  


• ​Support the goals of the Annual Stewardship plan including routine property maintenance and targeted completion of deferred maintenance projects in pursuit of Key Performance Indicator goals  


• ​Professionally represent the organization as a public-facing presence while working on property.   


• ​Maintain positive and productive relationships with our members, neighbors, visitors, and other Trustees staff.   


• ​Work with the Stewardship Manager to identify meaningful volunteer opportunities.  


• ​Assist with projects on other Trustees properties as required and perform additional duties as assigned by the Stewardship Manager  


• ​Other duties as assigned  ​ 

Certifications or licenses: 

• A valid driver’s license, as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees driving policy.  


• A satisfactory criminal background check (CORI)  


• Massachusetts Hoisting License -2A (preferred) or willingness to obtain  


• Massachusetts Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (preferred) or willingness to obtain  


• OSHA 10 Hour General Industry (preferred) or willingness to obtain  


• Wilderness First Aid (preferred) or willingness to obtain.   

Other Skills & Competencies 

• 1-3 years of professional experience in property maintenance, landscaping, facilities management, a building trade, mechanics, or other experience related to the position. Or an associate degree in Park Management, Forestry, Ecology or another natural resource field.  


• The ability to safely operate, repair and maintain chainsaws, trimmers, brush cutters, mowers and associated landscaping equipment.   


• Experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment; like tractors, skid steers, excavators. 


• Basic carpentry and painting skills, formal landscape maintenance and related experience preferred. Experience maintaining cultural/historic landscapes and maintaining structures and buildings systems is a plus.   


• The ability to work independently and unsupervised as well as work cooperatively and demonstrate leadership in groups.   


• Ability to complete assigned tasks and projects, meet deadlines and manage multiple talks.  


• Basic computer skills and ability to keep good records, familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.   


• A positive attitude, willingness to be flexible, and a commitment to achieving the goals of The Trustees. Strong commitment to the mission of The Trustees.   


• This position preforms tasks across a broad range of disciplines, so a willingness to learn new skills and flexibility to meet the day to day demands of the job is a must.   


• A commitment to be safety aware, to work safely at all times, and create a culture of safety.   


• High regard for teamwork, collegiality, customer service and visitor experience.  

Specific physical requirements and/or environmental exposures are part of the job, as follows: 

•  Lifting – 50lbs 


•  Pushing – 50lbs 


•  Pulling – 50lbs 


• Climbing ladders 


• % Sedentary Work <5% 


•  Environmental exposure to elements (include heat, cold, chemicals, other) –  


• Works outdoors in all seasons, sometimes during inclement weather  


• May require some nights and weekends  


• Will be required to be available during or immediately after snowstorms for snow removal  


• Will be required to routinely work in areas associated with ticks, mosquitos, and poison ivy.  

Minimum level of related work experience: 1-3 years

Scope of supervisory role: Steward may supervise volunteers and seasonal staff engaged in property maintenance tasks, but this role does not require supervisory experience.  

Minimum level of education: High School or GED

Preferred level of education: Associate degree or vocation/technical school 

Driving Requirements: 

​​☐​  Under 10k 

​​☒​  Over 10k 

Compensation Range: $22 - $24/ hour

About The Trustees:   

The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nation’s premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees’ properties are open to all, and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers, we preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts.  We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity. We have helped protect more than 50,000 acres, including 27,000+ acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. We are a non-profit conservation organization funded and supported entirely by our visitors, supporters, volunteers, and our 100,000 Member households.

The Trustees offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team across the Commonwealth who love the outdoors, who love the distinctive charms of New England, and who believe in celebrating and protecting our special places, for everyone, forever. 

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including, but not limited to, age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual preferences, nation of origin, religion, or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with varying abilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts, who are at the core of our mission. 

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organization’s vision for this work may be found here: Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion and Equity